Wrestler Vinesh Phogat was denied entry to a domestic tournament in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, her planned comeback event. Citing pending disciplinary proceedings and a notice she hadn't responded to, the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) declared her suspended. Phogat, who accused former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment, claims this is a conspiracy to force her retirement.
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat asserts her eligibility for the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, despite the Wrestling Federation of India's (WFI) stance. WFI claims she must complete disciplinary proceedings and adhere to a mandatory notice period for retired athletes. Phogat argues she informed United World Wrestling of her intent to resume competition, but the federation remains unconvinced.
Star wrestler Vinesh Phogat faces a significant setback as the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) bars her from upcoming events until May 2026. Issued a lengthy show cause notice, she's accused of multiple disciplinary and anti-doping violations, including whereabouts failures and alleged rule breaches during selection trials. This effectively delays her international return.
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat received a formal warning from the International Testing Agency for a missed doping test in December 2025. This marks her first whereabouts failure within a year. Despite her explanation citing legislative duties and personal commitments, the ITA deemed it insufficient. The warning won't impact her upcoming Gonda tournament return.
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has publicly identified herself as one of the six victims in the sexual harassment case against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. She has raised concerns over fairness and safety at an upcoming tournament in Gonda.
WFI president Sanjay Singh has refused to change the venue for the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda despite safety concerns raised by Vinesh Phogat ahead of her return after 18 months. Singh said participation is optional and assured personal safety guarantees, while promising UWW-approved referees and recorded bouts. Vinesh, who is one of six women who filed sexual harassment complaints against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, expressed fears that results could be influenced by people close to him at the venue. The tournament runs May 10-12.
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has raised concerns about her safety and the fairness of officiating at an upcoming tournament in Gonda, citing the influence of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, whom she has accused of sexual harassment.
